Bennet G. Hanson

Bennet G. Hanson, 89, of Sioux City, passed away Tuesday, March 23, 2021. Abiding by his wishes his body has been cremated. A Celebration of Life will be 11:00 A.M. Monday, March 29, 2021 at Country Celebrations, 5606 Hamilton Blvd. Visitation will be Sunday from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. with a prayer service at 7:00 P.M. at Meyer Brothers Colonial Chapel. Burial will be at McCook Cemetery. Ben was born the son of Lloyd and Bernadette (Michaels) Hanson on March 22, 1932 in Maskell, Nebraska. He received his education in the Allen, Nebraska schools before honorably serving his country in the United States Navy. Ben was a plumber most of his life. He got his start with Richou Plumbing then worked for Foulk Brothers until starting Quality Plumbing with his partner Jim, which he operated until his retirement. Dad enjoyed spending time with his family, often at his cabin or around the backyard fire pit. He also enjoyed gardening, dad's philosophy the bigger the better. Dad was a great man, dad, grandpa and friend. He lived a life full of many adventures and had the stories to tell about them. He could go on for hours telling his stories. Dad had a heart for others and was a giver, he would give his last dime to anyone that needed it. He knew what was important in life, had a lot of wisdom and was eager to share. He was a hard worker and a fighter his whole life, up until his final minutes. Well done Dad. He will be truly missed! Dad would hope that you will do an unexpected and unsolicited act of kindness for some poor unfortunate soul in his name. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Shrine Hospital. Ben is survived by his children, Cindy (Gay) Hanson, Rick (Bobbie) Hanson, Skip (Tiia) Richer, Brad (Christene) Hanson, Angie (Jeff) Busch, Christy Porter; step-son, Doug (Chris) Richer; 23 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter in infancy, Norma Jean; brothers, Lloyd, John, Steve, Kirk, and Kerry; and sister, Bernadette.